About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Wildebeeste Lamu in Lamu offers a guest house with a terrace and balcony. Each room features a private bathroom, kitchen, and work desk. Guests can enjoy a seating area and dining space. Modern Amenities: The property includes a refrigerator, oven, toaster, and electric kettle. A quiet street view provides a peaceful environment. Local Attractions: Lamu Fort is a 3-minute walk away, Gallery Baraka 984 feet, Lamu Museum 5-minute walk, 18th Century Swahili House Museum 1640 feet, and Riyadha Mosque 4-minute walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yuanyuan
    China China
    The staff is very helpful, I lost my trousers on rooftop coz the strong wind, he found it and got it back to me.
  • Giulia
    Italy Italy
    The place is big and well equipped. It's also very clean. If you are looking for air conditioning and hot water, this is not the place but honestly I didn't need them during my staying. I advice this place for solo travellers. The place is very...
  • Docktor
    Kenya Kenya
    This place never disappoints. This was my second time staying here and it still exceeded my expectations. The flat I stayed in was spacious and thoughtfully designed with some artful collections of antique Swahili style furniture. There was...
  • Nerea
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The location is great, walking distance to everywhere but still quiet apart the mosques. Impressive Swahili architecture. Joshua is a very attentive and friendly.
  • Richard
    United States United States
    I had a very nice stay. It is an old, interesting house with so much character. Very comfortable and Kahindi was very helpful to me. Perfect location in the old part of Lamu.
  • Roy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely stay in lamu, traditional house set over multiple levels. Great views from the roof
  • Suet
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The place is unique and I initially stayed for 2 nights turn out 4 night. The location is excellent short walk to the main area and the room is huge and clean. I love the roof top where I can chill with my book. Last but not least, the host Joshua...
  • Mar
    Spain Spain
    Old art gallery house that feels like a fairy tale. The host and room were amazing, I loved my stay!☺️ (Comment from Achim is just not true... 😔 He refused to pay for the accommodation...)
  • Esete
    Ethiopia Ethiopia
    The location was amazing. The house give you the experience of the town. Joshua the manager was very hospitable.
  • Vincent
    Netherlands Netherlands
    What has impressed me most is the manager Joshua. What an amazing gentleman and what customer care,incredible.He got in touch shortly after I had booked, answered all my questions soon after I had posed them,helped plan my transportation and was...

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House rules

Wildebeeste Lamu takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Wildebeeste Lamu of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.